A Victorian Garnet and Split Pearl Brooch
The brooch is in fair condition. It fastens with a pin and C-hook catch and also features two loops that could have been used to suspend it from a chain. It bears no hallmark nor stamp but in our opinion would test as gold. Gross weight 8.0 grams. CR made 30.11.21.
the rectangular faceted garnet with split pearls to the points, in yellow rubbed over settings, to a scroll frame, laid upon a circular plaque
measures 3.4cm diameter
Provenance: reported to have been salvaged from the wreck of Abbatucci, a French steamship bound for Italy in 1869. Originally sold at Christie's London, 7 October 1997, Lot 259.
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The brooch is in fair condition. It fastens with a pin and C-hook catch and also features two loops that could have been used to suspend it from a chain. It bears no hallmark nor stamp but in our opinion would test as gold. Gross weight 8.0 grams. CR made 30.11.21.
the rectangular faceted garnet with split pearls to the points, in yellow rubbed over settings, to a scroll frame, laid upon a circular plaque
measures 3.4cm diameter
Provenance: reported to have been salvaged from the wreck of Abbatucci, a French steamship bound for Italy in 1869. Originally sold at Christie's London, 7 October 1997, Lot 259.
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